Minor in Anthropology
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in Anthropology is ideal for students fascinated by human cultures, past and present, and the diverse ways societies evolve and interact. This program complements careers in archaeology, cultural resource management, global health, social work, and international development by offering insights into human behavior and cultural diversity.
Program Overview
The Anthropology minor at the University of Kentucky offers students a dynamic exploration of human cultures, past and present. Through courses in archaeology, biological anthropology, cultural anthropology, and linguistics, students gain a broad understanding of human diversity and the ways people interact with their environments and each other. This interdisciplinary minor complements a wide range of majors—from health and education to international studies and the sciences—by building skills in critical thinking, cross-cultural understanding, and research. Whether you're curious about ancient civilizations, human evolution, or global cultures, the Anthropology minor provides valuable insight into what it means to be human.
FIND OUT EXACTLY
What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
Get a Head Start with an
Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors and certificates are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor online in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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